WHAT ARE: Rating Plate Labels

A rating plate’s print quality and durability are essential to ensure that critical data remains legible throughout the entire product life cycle—from manufacturing and daily use to servicing and end-of-life recycling.

Key Benefits

• Exceptional print durability
• Resistance to high and low temperature extremes
• Excellent compatibility with synthetic media

The Role of Rating Plates

Rating plates contain essential technical information such as:

• Manufacturer identification
• Serial and model numbers
• Date of manufacture
• Load ratings
• Electrical specifications
• Operating and maintenance instructions
• Other regulatory or safety details

Depending on the product’s function, rating plates must endure a wide range of harsh environmental conditions:

• Heat (e.g., ovens, refrigerator compressors)
• Abrasion and dust (e.g., power tools like drills)
• Exposure to chemicals or corrosive substances (e.g., kitchen appliances)

Regulatory Compliance

Thermal Transfer ribbons from the ARMOR-IIMAK range offer solutions that help manufacturers comply with:

• EU Directive 2011/65/EC (RoHS)
• EU Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE)
• Halogen content restrictions
• UL standards for printed label durability

Why Use Thermal Transfer Technology?

Thermal Transfer Printing for Rating Plates

ARMOR-IIMAK Resin inks (AXR range) are particularly well-suited for synthetic materials commonly used for rating plates. These inks offer a high level of adhesion to the label surface, delivering exceptional resistance against:

• Abrasion
• Solvents
• Heat and cold
• Oils and fats
• UV exposure

This durability ensures long-lasting, reliable identification—crucial for safety, compliance, and product traceability.

For this application, we recommend the following products: AXR 7+; AXR 8; AXR 9